Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the lower jaw joint that attaches to your skull next to each ear. It’s a hinge joint, and we use it to chew, talk, laugh or yawn. We even use it when we brush our teeth. The TMJ is used more than 2,000 times a day. It’s the most frequently…
Summer is here and in the San Fernando Valley, that means we can expect a lot more cars on the road. Why? Because school is out and teen drivers are making the most of their summer break. The increase in the number of teen drivers on local roads may not be good news for everyone.…
Woodland Hills car accident attorney Barry P. Goldberg is regularly contacted by upset insureds because their nearly new vehicle was in a serious accident and their insurer refuses to declare the vehicle a total loss. Instead, the insurer insists on repairing the vehicle without regard to the immediately loss in value. Further, the vehicle will…
If you or a loved one has recently been injured in an auto accident, you may be wondering if it is really necessary to hire an attorney. Maybe your damages weren’t very high or you have always enjoyed the law and would like to handle your case yourself. Whatever the reason, know that sometimes it…
Woodland Hills car accident attorney Barry P. Goldberg always recommends mediation to his clients whenever a resolution cannot be obtained through informal negotiations. Often, these are cases that are litigated and hotly contested. The mediation process can be emotional and draining. When unsuccessful, clients are often shocked to learn that everything that was said and…
Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg handles hundreds of car accident cases in any given year. About half of those accidents are either Uninsured or Underinsured. It is not surprising because about 4 million drivers—or 1 in 6— have suspended licenses. Therefore, they have no insurance. Most California drivers have no idea what…
Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg — a foremost advocate for Uninsured Motorist Coverage—is concerned for his clients and neighbors that over 4 million drivers in California have suspended licenses! That is just about one in six! That means they are Uninsured Motorists and you need to “cover” yourself! The main reason for…
Woodland Hills personal injury lawyer Barry P. Goldberg has met with clients who really have no idea how a car accident occurred and who was responsible for their injuries. An “internet educated” client asked me if we could make the prospective defendants prove who caused the accident. The client said she read something about “Summers…
There seems to be a theme among the accidents caused by negligent drivers in the Woodland Hills area. And by theme, we mean a trail of common mistakes these drivers make that result in serious auto accidents. Read on to learn more… Neglecting the Turn Signal California law is clear on how drivers should changes…
There are many myths about car accidents which can cause a lot of confusion. In order to protect your rights, it’s important to separate facts from fiction. While ultimately contacting a car accident or personal injury lawyer to discuss your case’s specific needs may be in your best interest, we’ve debunked a few of the common myths for…